Overdosing on acetaminophen is the most common reason why children experience acute liver failure. According to researchers at London Health Science Center in Ontario, Canada, dosing errors are often to blame for incidents of acute liver failure in children caused by acetaminophen. This can be caused by either confusing or … [Read more...] about Acetaminophen Overdose Behind Most Child Liver Injuries

A new study finds that many people face acetaminophen overdose risks over misuse of the popular medication. Acetaminophen is the active ingredient in Tylenol and, because of familiarity with the drug, many are not aware that Tylenol, and other forms of acetaminophen, carry risks for significant health affects. As we’ve long … [Read more...] about Study Finds Many Face Acetaminophen Overdose Risk Due to Misuse

A newly released study is reporting that many patients could be receiving dangerous doses of acetaminophen while in the hospital.  The research, which was presented earlier this week at the Digestive Disease Week meeting in San Diego, found that roughly 2.5% of hospitalized patients are receiving more than the recommended cumulative … [Read more...] about Study Finds Acetaminophen Overdoses Common at Hospitals